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Clergy

The ministry of a priest “is to represent Christ and his Church, particularly as pastor to the people; to share with the bishop in the overseeing of the Church; to proclaim the Gospel; to administer the sacraments; and to bless and declare pardon in the name of God.” (BCP, 856). We do all of this with God’s help. If you would like to learn more about the Episcopal Church at large, St. Paul’s, or either of our priests, please reach out to them.

The Rev. Tambria (Tammy) Lee

Rector

I have served God and the church since 1984. I have been a youth director, lay associate, parish associate, and campus chaplain. I have served as Rector of Saint Paul’s since January 2019. I was raised on a small North Florida Island, which bears more than a striking resemblance to Beaufort if having had a Pouggie plant, large brown bugs, and way too much humidity are any indication. I am the granddaughter of a Methodist church musician who allowed me to sit by her side on the piano bench and would play hymns on demand. My mother was a Georgia Sweet Potato Queen and fabulous cook, and my father was a Salvage Dealer and local politician/ folk hero who collected a little bit of everything and challenged equally as much. Both prepared me for a life in the church which has never been dull! I believe Christ died to take away our sins, not our minds, that God loves us relentlessly, and that there is nothing we can say or do that will separate us from God’s grace and love.

Contact Tammy if you:

  • want to talk about that over coffee
  • have ideas for turning trash into treasures for the Harvest Bazaar
  • want to just take a walk on Front Street


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The Rev. Ashley Simpson

Associate Rector for Parish Ministry

I grew up in the Episcopal Church and was recently ordained to the priesthood. I have been serving the people of St. Paul’s since June of 2022. However, this is not my first time worshipping with the wonderful people of this parish. For a brief time eight years ago, I served as the part-time Director of Youth Ministries while teaching environmental science full-time. While I am the Associate for Parish Ministry, my primary areas of oversight include children’s and youth programming. If you are curious about how to address me, you can call me Ashley, Mother Ashley, or Reverend Ashley. I answer to any name but prefer to be called Ashley.

Contact Ashley if you:

  • want to find out more about Children’s & Youth Ministries
  • want to talk about Marine Biology and our beautiful coastline (especially sharks)
  • are interested in whether or not Dolly Parton is a saint
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Staff

The work of the phenomenal staff at St. Paul’s is to facilitate and support the ministries of our parishioners and the day-to-day life of our parish. They oversee music, financial operations, the upkeep of our facilities, and parish communications. They are essential members of our team.

Matt Hill

Director of Music and Organist

I have been serving parishes as a musician for almost 20 years having started at St. Paul’s Episcopal in Greenville, NC in 2003. Since August 2022, I’ve be serving St. Paul’s in Beaufort as their director of music and organist. In this role, I work with the St. Paul’s Choir, the St. Paul’s Choristers and Royal School of Church Music Program, and the St. Paul’s Handbell Choir. Outside of church music, I am a member of the board of directors for the American Music Festival, a non-profit organization promoting classical music through concerts and music education in the Crystal Coast communities.

Contact Matt if you:

  • Are interested in learning more or participating in the choir, the chorister program, and/or handbell choir.
  • Are an instrumentalist who wants know about playing for church or in the community.
  • Want to learn about the American Music Festival’s work in the community and how you can be involved.
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Vestry

The Vestry of the church serves somewhat like a “Church Board,” but it also goes much deeper. The Vestry acts as the “agents and legal representatives of the Parish in all matters concerning its corporate property and the relations of the Parish to its Clergy” (Canon 14 Sec. 2). The parish elects members of the Vestry to three-year terms. A Treasurer and Secretary of the Vestry are chosen by the Rector and not elected by the parish. As members of the Vestry, they also help to guide and lead the parish on various parish committees. Serving on the Vestry is one of many ways that a member of St. Paul’s can be a minister of the church.

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The Rev. Tambria (Tammy) Lee
Rector
The Rev. Ashley Simpson
Associate Rector for Parish Ministry

The Rev. Tambria (Tammy) Lee

Rector

I have served God and the church since 1984. I have been a youth director, lay associate, parish associate, and campus chaplain. I have served as Rector of Saint Paul’s since January 2019. I was raised on a small North Florida Island, which bears more than a striking resemblance to Beaufort if having had a Pouggie plant, large brown bugs, and way too much humidity are any indication. I am the granddaughter of a Methodist church musician who allowed me to sit by her side on the piano bench and would play hymns on demand. My mother was a Georgia Sweet Potato Queen and fabulous cook, and my father was a Salvage Dealer and local politician/ folk hero who collected a little bit of everything and challenged equally as much. Both prepared me for a life in the church which has never been dull! I believe Christ died to take away our sins, not our minds, that God loves us relentlessly, and that there is nothing we can say or do that will separate us from God’s grace and love.

Contact Tammy if you:

  • want to talk about that over coffee
  • have ideas for turning trash into treasures for the Harvest Bazaar
  • want to just take a walk on Front Street


The Rev. Ashley Simpson

Associate Rector for Parish Ministry

I grew up in the Episcopal Church and was recently ordained to the priesthood. I have been serving the people of St. Paul’s since June of 2022. However, this is not my first time worshipping with the wonderful people of this parish. For a brief time eight years ago, I served as the part-time Director of Youth Ministries while teaching environmental science full-time. While I am the Associate for Parish Ministry, my primary areas of oversight include children’s and youth programming. If you are curious about how to address me, you can call me Ashley, Mother Ashley, or Reverend Ashley. I answer to any name but prefer to be called Ashley.

Contact Ashley if you:

  • want to find out more about Children’s & Youth Ministries
  • want to talk about Marine Biology and our beautiful coastline (especially sharks)
  • are interested in whether or not Dolly Parton is a saint
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Service Times

Sunday Worship

  • 8 am - Holy Eucharist Rite I. No musical accompaniment
  • 10:45 am - Holy Eucharist Rite II. Choir accompaniment

Weekday Worship

  • Tuesdays 8:30 am - Morning Prayer Rite II
  • Wednesdays 12 pm - Holy Eucharist Rite II. No choir accompaniment
  • Thursdays 5:30 pm- Evening Prayer Rite II

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Service Times

Sunday Worship

  • 8 am - Holy Eucharist Rite I. No musical accompaniment
  • 10:45 am - Holy Eucharist Rite II. Choir accompaniment

Weekday Worship

  • Tuesdays 8:30 am - Morning Prayer Rite II
  • Wednesdays 12 pm - Holy Eucharist Rite II. No choir accompaniment
  • Thursdays 5:30 pm- Evening Prayer Rite II

Online Worship

Sunday 10:45 a.m. service, Wednesday Noonday Prayer and Thursday Evening Prayer are live streamed
Watch on our website or on Facebook


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215 Ann Street
Beaufort, NC 28516

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A.M.E.N.

Anchored in God’s Love, Moved by the Church’s Sacraments, Empowered by the Holy Spirit, Nourishing the World in Jesus’ Name.

We are glad you are visiting our website and hope you will visit us in person soon. If you are looking for a spiritual home, we welcome you to worship God and grow in grace with us.

Welcome from Our Rector Leadership

If you are looking for a temporary place of spiritual rest and fulfillment as you travel on to another destination, you are welcome to spend a day or a month or more with us.

We invite you to walk with us on your spiritual journey. Wherever that journey takes you, may you know the blessings of God who calls us all in love.

May the Peace of the Lord be always with you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Baptism. Confirmation. Marriage. Funerals. At these extraordinary times, we celebrate them as sacraments. According to the Book of Common Prayer, sacraments are "outward and visible signs of inward and spiritual grace, given by Christ as sure and certain means by which we receive that grace." We look forward to sharing these special sacramental moments with you.

Baptism Confirmation Marriage Funerals

At St. Paul’s, the history of our parish is important to us. When you walk into the narthex of the church, you are greeted with the pamphlets named “A Brief History of St. Paul’s.” Our history reflects how we came to be a parish in beautiful Beaufort, North Carolina, but it also continues to inform how we move and remain present in the community today. We hope you will take the time to learn a little bit more about us.

Our History

We as Episcopalians believe in a loving, liberating, and life-giving God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. St. Paul's is part of the Episcopal Church, a church that is both rich with ancient tradition and relevant to life in the 21st century. We believe that God loves you - no exceptions.

We believe in following the teachings of Jesus Christ, whose life, death, and resurrection saved the whole world.

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